Legal Secreatry

  • Location
    Dallas, Texas
  • Job type
  • Salary
    $ 68000 - $ 78000 / Year
  • Category
    Legal - Legal - Paralegal

Legal Secretary – Dallas, TX
Salary: starting at $68k, commiserate with experience. 
Location: After training, roles moves to hybrid. 

Adecco is partnering with a prestigious law firm in Dallas, TX to find an experienced Legal Secretary to support their litigation team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented administrative professional with 5–7 years of experience in a law firm environment, providing comprehensive legal and clerical support to attorneys.

This is a Legal Secretary position, not a Paralegal role—the primary focus will be on document preparation, case filing, scheduling, and administrative tasks to ensure seamless office operations.

Position Overview:

The Legal Secretary will assist attorneys with document management, e-filing, scheduling, and general administrative support while maintaining a high level of organization and professionalism. The firm offers a collaborative work environment, competitive salary, and a hybrid work schedule after an initial in-office training period.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.

  • Coordinate state and federal court e-filings, ensuring compliance with filing deadlines.

  • Maintain and organize case files, both electronic and physical.

  • Manage attorney schedules, including calendar appointments, court deadlines, and travel arrangements.

  • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, mail, and client communication.

  • Assist with expense reporting, billing, and administrative tasks as needed.

  • Order and maintain office supplies, coordinate maintenance requests, and provide general office support.

  • Work collaboratively with legal assistants and staff across multiple offices.

Qualifications:

  • 5–7 years of experience as a Legal Secretary in a litigation practice.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.

  • Familiarity with document management systems (NetDocs experience is a plus).

  • Strong attention to detail with excellent proofreading and organizational skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

  • Professional verbal and written communication skills.

  • Experience with court filing procedures and deadlines.

  • AA degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Work Schedule & Benefits:

  • Initially in-office, Monday–Friday (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM); hybrid schedule available after training (3 days in office, 2 days remote).

  • Located in Uptown Dallas with parking reimbursement provided.

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer contributions, and disability coverage.

  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities within a respected law firm.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-paced legal team in a supportive and professional work environment. If you’re an experienced Legal Secretary looking for a long-term opportunity in a top-tier law firm, we’d love to hear from you!

 



Pay Details: $68,000.00 to $78,000.00 per year

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